whatsoever, we are here for you! We want the process of ordering stationery

and nautical elegance in the Two if By Sea collection. You can also learn more

for your very special day to be an easy one, and will do our very, very best to

about the custom order process and timing your orders accurately.

accommodate your requests!

Even better?
Every single item in each of our collections is totally customizable! Go ahead...
ask us! We'll try our very, very best to make it happen for your big day!
Need help dreaming up your perfect wedding stationery? No problem, we've
got you covered with that, too! Check out the Send-Off section on the last page
for our most popoular designs, fonts, and colors. While this is by no means an

xoxo,

Amanda Rose
Founder & Paperie Artist

It's Personal
The Custom Order Process

At DawnCorrespondence, we strive to provide you with the most unique wed-

budget you'd like to work within and/or any "add-ons" you may like on your

ding stationery. We know everyone has different tastes and your wedding day

is one of the most special days of your life, so we don't want to provide you with

endless!).

the same old cookie cutter designs.

2. Custom request discussions.

If you don't see exactly what you are looking for on our website, we encourage

Within 2 business days of receiving your email, we'll begin to brainstorm ideas

you to submit a custom request. Custom orders from DawnCorrespondence

for your wedding invitations based on what you are looking for, and begin

are very affordable, and we provide top-notch, one-on-one customer service

discussions with you via email or phone to hash out ideas. Once we've agreed

to each and every one of you to ensure your custom order turns out perfectly.

upon a general idea for your invitations, we'll provide you with an estimate of

We've streamlined the custom order process as much as possible to make it

costs, and we'll move onto the next steps in the process.

easy for you during this busy, special time in your life!

3. Deposit due & proof phase begins.
1. Submit a custom request.

Once you are ready for electronic proofs to be created, a 50% deposit will be

This step is as simple as sending an email to Amanda at

due and I will begin creating proofs of your wedding invitations based on ideas

dawncorrespondence@gmail.com letting her know what you are looking for,

discussed. At this time, we will need the details for your wedding invitations

or a design from our site you like, but isn't exactly what you were hoping your

and any accompanying stationery. Amanda will send you a very simple form you

final wedding invitation or product to be. Simply let Amanda know what you

can use to submit your details to ensure you don't forget anything. You will

have an mind (or an idea/theme for your event) so she can get an idea of what

receive your proofs electronically within 2 business days of approval to move

you'd like the final product to be. If possible, it would be helpful to know a

forward with an idea.

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4. Editing process.
Once you receive your proofs, you'll have the opportunity to review and initiate any changes to the design and/or content. There are no hidden fees in the
editing process. If time allows, we'll create as many proofs as necessary for you
to be completely happy with your finally product (though, we do recommend
bulking as many of your editing requests into one as possible for efficiency).
If requested, hard copy proofs will be printed and mailed to you after final
approval of your electronic proofs. The key here is to get the electronic proofs
to the most final state possible so you are seeing almost exactly what the final
invitation will look like in your hard copy proofs. Hard copy proofs will add
aproximately 1-2 weeks to turnaround time, so please plan accordingly when
placing your order!

5. Final approval process & balance due.
Once the editing process is complete (and hard copy review has been approved,
if applicable) and you have given us the final approval on your wedding
invitations, the remaining balance will be due for your order. Final printing and
assembling stages of your invitations will take 3-4 weeks, depending on the size
and complexity of your final order.
For additional questions about the custom process, please contact Amanda at
dawncorrespondence@gmail.com.

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Rena and Chris exchanged vows on a beautiful August afternoon in Saint

Helena, California. Their traditional ceremony was followed by a gorgeous

day for Rena and Chris. Additional vendors include:

reception at the Culinary Institute of America...so you know the menu was
amazing!

It's evident just by looking through these photos that the couple has an
amazing eye for detail. Absolutely no detail went unturned. From the gorgeous
floral arrangements and bridesmaids' dresses to the sweet favors and even the
belly dancer!

vintage-inspired botanicals, clean typefaces, and rustic appeal. This collection
is best suited for outdoor, garden, and backyard weddings and events.

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Timing Is Everything
When he's popped the question and you're ready to begin the process of
planning one of the most special days of your life, timing really is everything
in order to avoid stress and last-minute fees your budget certainly doesn't
need.

the most perfect design for your wedding stationery without being rushed to
make a decision at the last minute.

I get asked a lot when the best time to order wedding stationery is. The truly
best time? As soon as you've finalized the details of the venue and time! It's
never too early to place your order if you have these two most important aspects
of your day planned. This will help to avoid rush fees and added stress, and
makes the design process much more enjoyable for both you and the designer!
Even if you don't have all your details nailed down yet, it's best to put a deposit

If you're planning a wedding with a quick turnaround time, you can, of course,
still request custom wedding invitations. Just be aware that custom invitations
are likely to cost you additional rush fees and expedited shipping fees, if you are
ordering invitations that aren't produced locally. Your designer is likely working with several clients at any given time (even though they are providing you
with top-notch, one-on-one customer service!) and needing your order within
just a couple of weeks means they have to put their other customers on hold for

down as soon as you have an idea of what you want. Without all the details, your
designer can still begin your custom order for you with place holder text until
your details have been finalized. This still allows you plenty of time to work on
proofs with your designer, request a hard copy to review in person, and finalize

a couple of days in order to perfectly complete your order on time. So, while
rush fees may seem high and unnecessary to you, they are a small price to pay
for exceptional service from a designer who will quickly expedite your order
and ensure your guests have plenty of advanced notice about your special day.

Planning a wedding on a whim?

The truly best time to order wedding stationery?
As soon as you've finalized the details of venue and time!

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So, what is the ideal timeframe to place my order?
Ideally, it is best to place your order for wedding invitations 12-16 weeks in
advance. This means 12-16 weeks before you'd like to mail your invitations
to your guests, not 12-16 weeks before your actual wedding date. While this
may seem early to you, your designer is diligently working with you this entire
time. For custom design requests, there may be several conversations between
you and your designer regarding style, color, themes, and ideas. Once your
designer creates an idea for you, you may find it doesn't look exactly as you had
thought it would and tweaks will likely need to be made. You will want to check,
recheck, and check again every single word on your invitation. Is your mother's
name spelled correctly? Is the year correct? Is there a comma in an unnecessary
place? Your designer will certainly try their best to correct any errors found,
but they are also concerned about the overall look and feel of the invitations,
not necessarily the grammatics. The process of creating electronic proofs can
take up to several weeks, depending on the style, how many edits you have, and
information that may change. Additionally, hard copy proofs add 1-2 weeks to
the turnaround time. So, as you can see, the earlier you are able to order, the
better - for both your stress level and your budget!
If you have any questions at all about the timing of your order, please do not
hesitate to contact me at dawncorrespondence@gmail.com!

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introducing:
the initial collection

The Initial Collection.
Sleek, modern lines. Simple, yet sophisticated, designs with an emphasis on the bride and groom.
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Two if By Sea

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A collection of nautical designs perfect for a seaside or destination wedding.

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The Send-Off
A collection of our most popular fonts, color choices, and designs.